Goodrington and Churston Station survey results

Below are the results of the recent survey on the reopening of Goodrington and Churston Stations. Results are based on 405 responses. 

1. Do you feel that the transport infrastructure in Torbay and South Devon is sufficient?

2. Do you often find yourself caught in traffic on the Brixham Road (A3022)

3. What methods of transport do you use on a regular basis?

(respondents could pick more than one answer)

4. How do you get to work/school?

(respondents could pick more than one answer)

5. How far do you travel to work/school or for shopping?

6. Where do you travel to for work/school?

Note: 3% of respondents travel to Churston for work and 4% are retired, both of which come under 'Other'.

7. What improved transport links would you like to see in Torbay?

• Other suggestions included:
  • Nothing
  • Better parking
  • Improved road infrastructure
  • Footpaths

8. How often do you use local stations?

9. Would you be supportive of the line being reopened?

10. If no, why not?

Key reasons given:

• Concerned about the impact on the Steam Railway
• Improving buses would be sufficient
• Would need to include a service to Brixham

11. Do you think the reopening of this line we relieve pressure around Churston school at drop off and pick up times?

12.             Do you think reopening this line would boost tourism in the area?

13. If you own a business locally, would your business benefit from the reopening of this line? Please let us know the name of your business in the comments below.

• Based on 133 responses

14. If the line was reopened, what would you use it for?

(respondents could pick more than one choice)

15. Do you have any further comments?

Key responses:

• Cycle routes are also required/should be implemented in conjunction with
• Would improve access
• Would be good for the local economy
• Would encourage tourism
• Worried about the impact on the steam railway
• Extend to Kingswear
• Improve buses